Hawk Younkins is a multi-talented individual who divides his time between Los Angeles and Tampa, Florida, as he chases his passions as an actor, producer, and mixed martial arts fighter.
In a significant career shift, Hawk recently hung up his boots as a professional wrestler to focus solely on his acting and fighting pursuits. His journey in the entertainment industry began at a tender age of six, when he started performing with a children's traveling theatre group in Florida.
As he continues to hone his craft, Hawk has recently signed a deal with XFC Fighting, with the ultimate goal of becoming a star in the world of mixed martial arts. He is currently training at Chameleon MMA and also devotes time to his studies, attending classes with renowned instructors Howard Fine, Kent Skov, Dan Weisman, and Scott Sedita.
Hawk's dedication to his craft has been recognized with a prestigious award, as he took home the Best Actor prize for a dramatic film at the Tampa International Film Festival. Despite his many talents, Hawk remains deeply committed to his long-term goal of becoming a successful actor, acknowledging that his time as a fighter and wrestler will eventually come to an end.
Prior to pursuing his passion for acting, Hawk had a distinguished academic career, earning an athletic scholarship to study Theatre at the University of Idaho, where he also minored in Television/Film Production. He also spent two years in Air Force ROTC and is a member of the Screen Actors Guild, American Federation of Television and Radio Artists, and Actors' Equity Association.